Iran Promises to Unveil Sensitive Israeli Nuclear Documents Soon

TEHRAN, Iran – Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib announced on June 8 that the government plans to reveal sensitive Israeli documents regarding nuclear facilities, international relationships, and defense capabilities in the near future.

Khatib described the disclosed materials as a “treasure trove” that would potentially enhance Iran’s offensive capabilities. He made these comments during an interview with state television, emphasizing the significance of the intelligence obtained from Israel but did not provide immediate evidence to support his claims.

The Israeli government, which has historically kept its nuclear arsenal details secret, has not responded to the allegations regarding the leakage of documentation. The Israeli military is currently conducting investigations into recent arrests of individuals accused of spying for Tehran amidst ongoing conflicts in Gaza.

It remains unclear if the leaked documents are linked to a reported hacking incident at an Israeli nuclear research facility that occurred last year. Khatib explained that the extensive operation to secure these documents took considerable time and required significant security measures.

The Iranian minister stated, “Talking of thousands of documents would be an understatement,” confirming the large volume of information acquired. The documents are reported to have reached secure locations within Iran.

These revelations come within the broader context of covert operations between Iran and Israel, which have escalated in recent years. Both nations accuse each other of conducting espionage and sabotage, with a history of tensions marked by limited military confrontations, such as exchanges of strikes in April 2024.

The announcement about the documents follows reports of the Iranian nuclear program, heightening concerns among Western powers and prompting discussions involving the United States. Negotiations regarding a potential nuclear deal between Washington and Tehran remain ongoing, with significant disagreements over Iran’s uranium enrichment activities.

Iran maintains that its nuclear program is intended for peaceful purposes and has denied pursuing nuclear weapons. However, U.S. officials assert that Iran is close to achieving the technical capability to produce fissile material suitable for a nuclear weapon.

As these developments unfold, Iran’s Supreme Leader criticized U.S. demands to curtail its nuclear ambitions, asserting that such expectations are against Iran’s national interests.